Philadelphia Phillies Dominating MLB: Can They Win NL?
Sportsgrid Staff
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Philadelphia Phillies have been dominant lately, securing their fifth consecutive victory after defeating the San Francisco Giants 5-4. This victory followed a strong performance on Saturday where the Phillies scored 14 runs in San Francisco. On Sunday night, they surged ahead in the third inning thanks to a three-run home run from Bryce Harper and an RBI double from Bryson Stott, putting them up 5-1. The Giants narrowed the gap to 5-4, but the Phillies managed to hold on for the win, giving them a league-leading 24th victory.
The Phillies entered the game as a slight underdog, facing a formidable opponent in Giants pitcher Logan Webb. Despite Webb’s strong start to the season, he allowed four earned runs in just four innings, raising his ERA to above 3.5. In contrast, Taijuan Walker, who the Phillies initially hoped would be their third starter, performed well, pitching into the seventh inning. Although he conceded a two-run homer that brought the Giants within two runs, he improved to 2-0 for the season despite an ERA of 6.39.
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Walker’s performance was a positive sign for the Phillies, as they have begun to see him as more of a fourth or fifth starter. With the team offering solid run support, Walker could find his stride as the season progresses, especially after a rough start coming out of spring training.
The Phillies’ pitching staff, led by Zack Wheeler on Monday, looks poised to keep the momentum going as they aim for their 25th win. The team usually catches fire late in the season, but their early dominance, currently leading the NL East with a 24-11 record, bodes well for their chances in the months ahead.
The combination of Harper’s power, Walker’s resilience, and Wheeler’s consistency on the mound has propelled Philadelphia to this point, and with the potential to secure a 25th win, they are shaping up as a team to watch. The Phillies seem well-prepared to keep their streak alive and continue their impressive run in 2024.
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